Osto: Preserving Amazigh Mezda Craft
Osto is a store in Tripoli’s old city that specializes in handmade woolen products made with a traditional machine called Nul, a specialized machine in
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Bassem Gamal: An Egyptian Graphic Designer Bringing Nostalgic Memories to Life
Bassem Gamal, also known as Besoo, is a visual and graphic artist born and raised in the capital, Cairo, Egypt. He creates visuals inspired by
Noon Coffee Culture: Where Arab Culture, Coffee, and Books Meet
I came across the Noon Culture Coffee while scrolling on social media. I was delighted to see a space dedicated to Arab culture, which combines
From the UK to Libya by Bike: The Journey of Helen Dainty
I came across Helen Dainty’s biking journey from the UK through a friend of mine. She had just arrived in Libya a few months ago.
The Work of Naoki Yamamoto: Islamicating Creativity in Japanese Forms
A couple of years ago, I came across a fascinating account on X of an artist called Naoki Yamamoto. It showcased the work of an
Crafting Imagination: Weaving Memories with Emirati Artist Nasir Nasrallah
The MENA region is a rich blend of cultural heritage, traditions, diversity, knowledge, and art. Artists in these countries beautifully capture the essence of their
From Egypt to Japan Without Flying: The Egyptian Traveller Omar Nok
I came across a very interesting reel while scrolling on Instagram. A guy from Egypt began his reel with a title that will immediately catch
Harmonies of Humor: Hasan Al-Satour’s Artistic Fusion of Satire on Libya’s Reality and Musical Passion
Hasan Dhaimish, known as Al-Satour, was a Libyan-born artist who lived in Britain since the 1970s. Born in Benghazi in 1955, his father, Sheikh Mahmoud
Global Shapers Libya Hubs – Journey of Transformation & Integration
The Global Shapers Community is a worldwide network of young individuals under 30 who are united in their efforts to address local, regional, and global
Abdallah Kresta – Libya’s Childhood Ambassador
The influence of media on children growing up is a huge factor in their growing up journey. In Libya, many cartoons and local programs